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1 Qosmio F50 Series2 Table of Contents3 Chapter 5 The KeyboardPower HW Setup Chapter 8 AV functions 4 Chapter 9 Optional DevicesChapter 10 Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Legal Footnotes Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Display Controller and Video modes Appendix C Wireless LAN Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix F Usage Restrictions Appendix G If your computer is stolen Glossary Index 6 http://epps.toshiba-teg.comResponsible for CE-marking: 41460 Neuss, Germany Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation, 1-1Shibaura 1-chome Minato-ku,Tokyo, 105-8001,Japan 7 Conformity Statement8 Network Compatibility StatementGermany ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010 and DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09, 12, 14 Greece ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03 Portugal ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and P03, 04, 08 Spain ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01 Switzerland ATAAB AN002 All other countries/regions ATAAB AN003 Disposal of products 9 Disposal of batteries and/or accumulatorsDisposing of computer and computer batteries 11 To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosureThe drive has one of the following labels: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT This computer is equipped with one of the optical drives in the following list: Manufacturer Type Panasonic Communications DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) UJ870 Pioneer DVR-TD08TBA/ DVR-TD08TBC Hitach-LGData Storage GSA-T50N/GSAT50F 12 ■Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak■Use only the power cord indicated in this manual ■Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case 13 Preface16 General Precautions21 Introduction22 DocumentationSoftware 23 This section describes the hardware of your computerThe actual specifications may vary depending on the model you purchased Processor Built-in The computer is equipped with one of the following Intel® processor ■ Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor, which incorporates a 3MB level2 cache memory and also supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology incorporates a 6MB level2 cache memory Technology Intel® GM/PM45 Express Chipset Legal Footnote (CPU)*1 Legal Footnotes Memory Slots 512, 1,024 or 2,048MB, 4,096MB memory modules can be installed in the computer’s two memory. This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 8,192MB. The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules 24 Video RAMStart -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Personalization -> Display Settings Advanced Settings Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))*2 Toshiba Quad Core HD Processor Power Battery pack Legal Footnote (Battery Life)*3 25 RTC batteryClock (RTC) and calendar The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low either have a 2-pinor 3-pinplug enclosure As the AC adaptor is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts however you should note that the output current varies among different models. Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer. Refer to the Disks Hard disk drive or This computer is equipped with the following Hard disk drive or Solid state drive ■HDD ■200GB ■250GB ■320GB ■400GB ■500GB ■SSD ■64GB ■128GB Two HDD computer models are available a model with a single hard disk drive and a model with two hard disk drives SSD is a Under certain unusual conditions of prolonged 26 Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)*4Optical disc drive DVD Super Multi The drive reads DVD-ROM’sat a maximum DVD Super Multi drive ■CD-R ■CD-RW ■DVD-ROM ■DVD-Video ■CD-DA ■CD-Text ■Photo CD™ (single/multi-session) ■CD-ROMMode 1, Mode ■CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2) ■Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA) ■Addressing Method ■DVD-R ■DVD-R(Dual Layer) ■DVD-RW ■DVD+R ■DVD+R (Double Layer) ■DVD+RW ■DVD-RAM 27 DisplayDisplay panel Legal Footnote (LCD)*5 Graphics controller Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))*6 Pointing Device Touch Pad 28 PortsExternal monitor This port provides 15-pin,analog VGA port. This port allows you to connect an external monitor to the computer Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) The ports with the ( ) has a USB Sleep and Charge function One of the USB ports has an eSATA (External Serial ATA) function i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) This port allows high-speeddata transfer to take place between the computer and external devices such as digital video cameras Slots ExpressCard™ This slot supports ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/34 modules Bridge media This slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™ Card Memory Stick® (Duo™/PRO™/PRO Duo™) xD-PictureCard™ and MultiMediaCard™ Refer to Chapter 9, Optional Devices Multimedia Sound system The integrated sound system provides support for the computer’s internal speakers and microphone, also allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer. You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger. Camera Assistant Software will help you to add various Assistant Software video effects to your video or photograph Please refer to the Web Camera section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics Chapter 4 29 TV antenna portHDMI out port Headphone, S/PDIF and Line out jack Microphone and Line in jack TV Tuner Infrared receiver window Infrared transmitter cable port 30 Full size remotecontroller Communications Modem LAN Bluetooth™ Wireless LAN 31 Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)*7Wireless communication functions on and off. Please note that all models switch LAN and Bluetooth functionality Security Security lock slot Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object Access each function using the following procedures Control Panel System and Maintenance Power Options Hot keys Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program Display automatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the power off *1 computer’s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time, with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options HDD automatic hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time, with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be specified in the Power Options 32 System automaticSleep/Hibernation Mode *1 there is no input or hardware access for a Options Keypad overlay A ten-keynumeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard. Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for information on using this feature Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer Instant security A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security Intelligent power A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent supply *1 power supply detects the battery’s charge automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor. This can be Battery save mode *1 This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power. This can be Low battery automatic computer operation cannot be continued, the Hibernation Mode *1 system automatically enters Hibernation Mode Power Options Heat dispersal *1 an internal temperature sensor so that, if the level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered. This can be 33 Hibernation ModeSleep Mode USB Sleep and Charge function All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> HWSetup USB Wakeup function TOSHIBA Power Saver 34 TOSHIBA ButtonSupport TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Password TOSHIBA Flash Cards HW Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility 35 Disable the■Single-Swipe Sign-onfeature TOSHIBA Face TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face Recognition verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows. If the verification is automatically. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier 36 TOSHIBA HDConsole 2. Click Add Gadget Toshiba HD Console TOSHIBA Gesture Controller 1. To start the TOSHIBA Gesture Controller click Gesture Interface Launch button in the TOSHIBA HD Console on the Windows 2. The Gesture Interface Launch button Gesture Interface Running Toshiba Graphical Video Library Start -> All Programs -> Windows Media Center -> TOSHIBA -> Video Library. TOSHIBA Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 37 TOSHIBA AssistConfigFree Programs -> TOSHIBA -> ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc Creator All Programs TOSHIBA -> CD&DVD Applications -> Disc Creator DVD-RAMUtility Programs -> TOSHIBA -> CD&DVD Applications -> DVD-RAMUtility Ulead DVD MovieFactory for 38 Windows MobilityCenter Lock TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Normal Mode Quiet Mode 39 Memory expansionBattery Pack Universal AC Adaptor USB FDD Kit Battery Charger 41 The Grand Tour42 Always turn offDo not use the from the remote control which is provided with The following figure shows the computer’s left side Optical disc drive The computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi drive Optical disc drive Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports 43 Bridge media sloti.LINK (IEEE1394) port 44 (USB 2.0) portExpressCard slot 45 DC IN 19V jackCooling vents 46 (USB 2.0) portseSATA/USB combo LAN jack Link indicator (green) LAN active indicator (yellow) Modem jack 47 ■Connect the built-inmodem only to ordinary analog phone lines■Never connect the built-inmodem to a digital line (ISDN) 48 Memory moduleslots Battery safety lock Battery release latch Speaker (subwoofer) 49 Display hingeStereo speakers 50 Display screenFront operation panel (nine buttons) Power button Touch Pad control buttons Fingerprint Sensor System indicators 51 Web Camera LEDLCD Sensor switch access it, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options Volume control dial 52 Bluetooth antennaantennas Hard Disk Drive 53 Keyboard indicatorsCAPS LOCK Arrow Mode Numeric Mode 54 Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition section in Chapter 4, Operating Basicssection in Chapter 4 Region codes for DVD drives and media Code Region Code 1Canada, United States 2Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East 3South East Asia, East Asia 5Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia 6China Writable discs CDs DVDs DVD-R ■DVD-RW,DVD+RW and DVD-RAMdiscs can be recorded more than once 55 DVD Super-MultiROM driveDVD read DVD-Rwrite DVD-RDL write DVD-RWwrite DVD+R write DVD+R DL write DVD+RW write DVD-RAMwrite CD read CD-Rwrite CD-RWwrite 57 Getting Started58 The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from61 Software License Terms62 Shut Down ModeMake sure the 3.Click Start 4.Click the arrow button ( ) located in the power management buttons ( ) and select Shut Down from the menu 5.Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Sleep Mode 63 ■Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data■To use the Hybrid Sleep function, configure it in the Power Options Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits: ■Allows the use of the panel power off feature Executing Sleep Mode The Keyboard You can enter Sleep Mode in one of four ways: ■Click Start then click the power button ( ) located in the power management buttons ( ) ■Click Start then click the arrow button ( ) and select Sleep from the menu 64 Sleep Mode limitationsHibernation Mode Benefits of Hibernation Mode 65 Starting Hibernation ModeHibernate Automatic Hibernation Mode 2.Click System and Maintenance and click Power Options 3.Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does When I press the power button When I close the lid Save changes Data save in Hibernation Mode 66 Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if:■You change certain computer settings ■An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer, there are three ways this can be achieved: ■Click Start then click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons ( ) and select Restart from the menu Press ALT DEL Restart Shut down options System Recovery Options Windows Help and Support Startup Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems 1.Turn off the computer 2.While holding the F8 key, turn on the computer 3.The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Advanced Boot Options Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER Repair Your Computer 4.Follow the on-screeninstructions 67 ■Creating optical Recovery Discs■Restoring the pre-installedsoftware from your created Recovery Discs ■Restoring the pre-installedsoftware from the Recovery hard disk drive Creating Optical Recovery Discs This section describes how to create Recovery Discs ■Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Discs ■Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Disc Creator ■Operate the computer at full power ■Do not use power-savingfeatures ■Do not place your computer on unstable tables or any other unstable surfaces 1.Have blank DVD media ready Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows Vista 4.Insert the first blank media into the optical disc drive tray Double click the Recovery Disc Creator 68 Create7.Follow the on-screeninstructions Your Recovery Discs will be created Restoring the pre-installedsoftware from your created Recovery Discs ESC While holding down F12 Qosmio Use the cursors key to select the A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the Restoring the pre-installedsoftware from the Recovery hard disk drive 69 ENTERNext 71 Operating Basics72 ■Front operation panel■Remote Controller Front operation panel The Front operation panel is located above the keyboard Remote controller ■Single-SwipeSign On feature 73 How to Swipe your FingerPoints to note about the Fingerprint Sensor 74 ■Wash and dry your hands thoroughlyClean the sensor with a ■Soaked or swollen finger, for example as may occur after taking a bath ■Injured finger ■Wet finger ■Soiled or oily finger ■Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate ■Enroll two or more fingers ■The recognition success rate may differ from user to user 75 Setup ProcedurePlease use the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication Fingerprint Registration Fingerprint Enrollment This sensor has the memory space for at least To run this program, click TrueSuite Access Manager ■Right-clickthe TrueSuite Access Manager icon in the Taskbar and choose Open Verify On the User’s Fingers Run Interactive Tutorial At the Scanning Practice Register your fingerprint on the Fingerprint Image Capture Successfully combined 76 How to Delete the Fingerprint Data1.Click Delete All Fingerprints Yes ■To delete individual fingerprints 1.Click the fingerprint mark above the registered finger In use, please be aware of the following limitations of the fingerprint sensor: Toshiba does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be 77 Points to note about the Fingerprint Utility softwareThe Encrypting File System (EFS) is a Windows Vista® feature Windows Logon via Fingerprint Authentication Fingerprint Authentication Procedure 1.Start up the computer At the Windows Welcome Fingerprint Pre-OSAuthentication General BACK SPACE 78 [Password =]How to Enable Fingerprint Pre-OSAuthentication Settings Fingerprint Registration 3.Swipe a registered finger on the fingerprint sensor 4.Click the Setting menu at the TrueSuiteAccessManager screen Setting menu Administrator Setting screen is displayed, check the “Enable 6.Click the Exit button at the TrueSuiteAccessManager screen Exit Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-onFeature 79 How to Enable Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-onFeature4.Click the Settings at the TrueSuiteAccessManager screen Settings Administrator Settings screen is displayed, check the “Enable Fingerprint utility limitations ■The recognition success rate may differ from user to user Some models are equipped with a Web Camera Windows Live Messenger Camera Assistant Software Please refer to the Camera Assistant Software Online Help for details 81 Disclaimer82 How to register the Face Recognition Data83 12.The Management screen is displayedHow to Delete the Face Recognition Data The Management screen is displayed 2.Select a user which is deleted in the Management screen button will be displayed on the screen If you do not want the data to be deleted, click the Clicking on the How to launch the help file For further information on this utility, please refer to the help file To launch the help file, click TOSHIBA Face Recognition Help Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition AUTO Mode Login screen: 84 AUTO Mode Login screen1.Turn on the computer 2.The Select Tiles screen will be displayed Select Tiles 3.Select Start face recognition ( ) 4.“Please turn your face to the camera” will be displayed Windows Welcome 1:1 Mode Login screen 4.The Select Account screen will be displayed Select Account 5.Select the account, and click the Arrow button Arrow 6.“Please turn your face to the camera” will be displayed 85 Loading discs87 Removing discs88 How to remove a CD/DVD when the disc tray will not open89 CD-R/RWTo write data to TOSHIBA Disc Creator Important message TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: Damage to any Any change or loss of the recorded contents of ■Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software 90 Before writing or rewritingCD-R: TAIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD Ricoh Co., Ltd Hitachi Maxell,Ltd CD-RW: (Multi-Speedand High-Speed) CD-RW: (Ultra-Speed) DVD-R: TAIYO YUDEN Co.,Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 4x, 8x and 16x speed media) Hitachi Maxell,Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) DVD-R(Dual Layer): MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 4x and 8x speed media) DVD-Rfor Labelflash: FUJIFILM CORPORATION (for 16x speed media) DVD+R: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 8x and 16x speed media) Ricoh Co., Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) TAIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) DVD+R (Double Layer): MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2.4x and 8x speed media) DVD-RW: 91 DVD+RW:Ricoh Co., Ltd. (for 2.4x, 4x and 8x speed media) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2.4x, 4x and 8x speed media) DVD-RAM: DVD Specifications for DVD-RAMDisc for Version 2.0, Version 2.1 or Version DVD Super Multi drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 16x speed Some types and formats of ■2.6GB and 5.2GB DVD-RAMmedia cannot be read from or written to DISC created in The actual number of rewrites to There are two types of You can use both You may find that other computer Data deleted/erased from a In writing to 93 When writing or rewritingAlways copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the ■Do not perform any of the following actions: ■Change users in the Windows Vista® operating system ■Start a communication application such as a modem ■Apply impact or vibration to the computer ■Use the audio/video control button to reproduce music or voice ■Open the optical disc drive TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator 94 You cannot back up■TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format When you back up a ■You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD-RW, DVD-RWor DVD+RW disc 95 Data VerificationHow to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA How to make a DVD-Video 96 Burning PageBurn How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory® DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA User Manual DVD MovieFactory Important information for use 97 TOSHIBA DVD PlayerNotes on use 98 The resume function cannot be used with some discs on the “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER”■Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo Restrictions on TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER with upconvert feature ■Upconvert feature plays video using “TOSHIBA Quad Core HD Processor” ■Please make sure to use AC adapter when playing with up-convertfeature enabled The video cannot be displayed on TV connected to 99 Display Devices & AudioAppearance and Personalization Personalization Display Settings When viewing 4.Do not change the screen resolution while running the “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” software is supported for playback of 2.The “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” does not have a parental control function 6.Do not change Windows Users while “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” is running Starting TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Use the following procedure to start “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” Touch the CD/DVD panel on the Front operation panel. Or select TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 100 Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLAYEROpen TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELP CD/DVDs 101 Floppy diskettesThe USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option 3.Always handle floppy diskettes with care to prevent the loss of stored data 9.Do not place heavy objects on your floppy diskettes 102 Using the TV TunerAntenna Connecting the Cable Connecting the antenna cable 103 1.Save data, shutdown Windows and turn off the power2.Connect the antenna cable to the TV antenna port of your computer This section describes some of the audio control functions Adjusting System Volume Volume Mixer 1.Locate the Speaker icon on the task tray Speaker 2.Right-clickthe Speaker icon on the task tray 3.Select Open Volume Mixer from the menu Open Volume Mixer Mute button to mute the sound 104 Changing System Sounds1.Right-clickthe Speaker icon on the task tray 2.Select Sounds from the menu Sounds Realtek HD Audio Manager Realtek Audio Manager Hardware and Sound Realtek HD Audio Manager Speakers Set Default Device Digital Output HDMI Output Information information button Speaker Configuration playback button 105 Sound EffectsThis section explains how to select various sound effects Karaoke Vocal Cancellation Microphone Effects Microphone Effects are only found within Microphone window ■Noise Suppression reduces background noise and fan noise Noise Suppression ■Acoustic Echo Cancellation reduces feedback and feedback echo Acoustic Echo Cancellation Default Format You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound Dolby Sound Room® Dolby Sound Room technologies: Dolby Headphone Sound Space Expander ■Natural Bass - Extends the bass response of any speakers by up to an octave Natural Bass To open the user interface of Dolby Sound Room, steps as detailed below: Playback Devices 2.On the Playback tab, select Speakers, and click Properties Playback Properties 3.Click the Dolby tab Dolby 106 ■Modem functions cannot be used in models which are not equipped with a modem■This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built-inmodem ■Some models are equipped with a modem jack or FM antenna port Region selection To select a region, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.Click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Networking -> Modem Region Select 2.The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Taskbar 107 Select either a region from the region menu or a telephony location from theProperties menu Setting AutoRun Mode Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region Location list for region selection Displays a sub-menuappears which details location information Modem Selection Dialing Properties You should select this item in order to display the dialing properties 108 Connecting the modular cableTo connect the modem’s modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer’s modem jack 2.Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected Disconnecting the modular cable To disconnect the modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 109 ■Frequency Channel Selection of 5GHz for IEEE 802.11a or n draft■Frequency Channel Selection of 2.4GHz for 802.11b/g or n draft ■Roaming over multiple channels ■Card power management Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption based on an ■Wi-FiProtected Access™ (WPA™) support ■Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data encryption 1.Please make sure that the Wireless Communication Switch is turned on 2.Click Start and then click Connect To to display Connect to a network window Connect To Connect to a network 3.Click Set up a connection or network 110 SecurityBluetooth wireless technology For reference, Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features: Worldwide operation Radio links Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security: ■Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Bluetooth™ Stack for Windows® by TOSHIBA 111 Product Support:112 Wireless communication indicatorIndicator status Indication Indicator off The wireless communication switch is off - no wireless functionality is available Indicator glows LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application System Device Manager Network adapters enable Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake-upon LAN is enabled LAN cable types 113 Connecting the LAN cableLAN Active Link 114 Disconnecting the LAN cableTo disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below: ■Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth Using the cleaning cloth Some models include 1 cleaning cloth ■Do not use the cleaning cloth when it is dirty or wet 117 The Keyboard125 Power126 Battery, DC INBattery indicator Flashing amber Amber White No light 127 DC IN indicatorIndicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer light Power indicator and the computer is turned on Blinking amber Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available (AC adaptor or battery) to maintain this condition In Sleep Mode, this indicator will turn on for one second and off for one second The computer has two different types of batteries: ■Battery pack ■Real Time Clock (RTC) battery Battery pack 128 ■Battery type (depending on the model you purchased)■There are two types of battery packs. (4cell or 8cell) ■The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased Real Time Clock battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real When this error appears, the following action is recommended 1.Connect the AC adapter and let the battery charge for 24-hours 2.Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu 3.Set correct time and date 129 Refer to the enclosedfor detailed precautions and handling instructions ■Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between Never remove the battery pack while the Charging the batteries You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures 130 TimeCharging time (hours) Battery type Power off Battery charging notice 131 In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below:3.Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows blue Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods ■Clicking the battery icon on the task bar ■Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window Maximizing battery operating time ■Processor speed ■Screen brightness ■System Sleep Mode ■System Hibernation Mode ■Display power off period ■Hard disk drive power off period ■How much charge the battery contained to begin with ■Where you store your programs and data 132 ■The environmental temperature - operating time decreases at low temperaturesRetaining data with power off Retention Time State and Retention Time 1.5 days for 8 cell; 0.75 days for 4 cell (sleep mode) about 10days(Shut Down Mode) 30 days Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs: 1.Turn off the computer’s power 5.Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows blue ■If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use 133 ■Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlightPlease be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item To remove a discharged battery, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.Save your work 2.Turn the computer’s power off - ensure that the Power indicator is off 3.Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the computer 4.Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down 136 User PasswordTo start the utility, point to or click the following items: Launch TOSHIBA Assist ->SECURE ->User Password ■Registered ■Not Registered ■Owner String (text box) Supervisor password TOSHIBA Assist ->SECURE ->Supervisor password This utility lets you do the following: ■Register or delete the supervisor password ■Specify restrictions for general users Starting the computer by password Fingerprint Power- on Security BkSp ■Enter the password manually 137 Enter Password [xxxxxxxx]Fn + F1 Enter Windows utilities Hot keys 139 HW Setup145 AV functions163 Optional Devices164 Inserting an ExpressCard165 Removing an ExpressCardSafely Remove Hardware ExpressCard 166 ■This Bridge media slot supports the following memory media■Memory Stick (Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo) ■xD picture card ■MultiMediaCard (MMC) ■Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card ■Please note that an adaptor is required to use Memory Stick PRO Duo ■The slot does not support Magic Gate functions Memory media Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card ■SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally ■ The SD memory card logo is () ■The SDHC memory card logo is () 167 Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card168 Memory card careSet the ■Do not remove a card while read/write is in progress About the write-protect The following memory media have a function for protect ■SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card) ■Memory Stick (Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo) ■MultiMediaCard (MMC) Inserting a memory media 1.Turn the memory media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down Insert the memory media into the Bridge media slot on the side of the computer 3.Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made 169 ■Press gently until the cover into placeRemoving a memory media 2.Point to memory media and click the left Touch Pad control button memory media 3.Press the memory media to partially extend it out of the computer 4.Grasp the media and remove it 170 Point to note about memory module error171 Installing a memory moduleShut down the computer - make sure the Power indicator is off (refer to the Turning off the power Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer 172 5.Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screwTake care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed Install the battery pack - refer to 7.Turn your computer over 173 Removing a memory moduleTo remove the memory module, follow the steps as detailed below: Set the computer to Boot Mode and turn its power off - make sure the Turning on the power 4.Push the latches away from the module in order to release it 5.Grasp the memory module by its edges and remove it from the computer 6.Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw 8.Turn your computer over 174 USB floppy diskette driveUSB connector Disk-In-Use Indicator Floppy diskette slot Eject button 175 ■The drive should be placed on a flat, horizontal surface■Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20° while it is operating ■Do not place anything on top of the drive Using the USB floppy diskette drive Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive 176 Disconnecting the USB floppy diskette driveWait for the 2.Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 3.Click the USB floppy diskette drive device that you want to remove Connecting the eSATA device 177 Disconnecting an eSATA device2.Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar 3.Click an eSATA device that you want to remove 1.Turn the computer’s power off 178 Connecting the HDMI out port179 Settings for display video on HDMISelect HD Format 1.Click Start and click Control Panel 2.Click Appearance and Personalization 3.Click Personalization 4.Click Display Settings 5.Click Advanced Settings 6.Click List All Modes List All Modes Display mode at “List All Modes” HD Format 180 REGZA Link (PC Control)HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable Some models are supported with the REGZA Link Using REGZA Link (PC Control) ■Use the TV remote control to output the computer screen onto the TV screen ■Turn on the TV when the HDMI output is selected using the Fn + F5 key ■Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons ■Enable/Disable the REGZA Link function on the computer ■Digital video cameras ■Hard disk drives ■Magneto Optical drives ■Writable optical disc drives 181 PrecautionsConnecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable 182 Disconnecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cableConnecting the security lock 183 Troubleshooting184 Analyzing the problem185 SoftwareHardware ■ System start-up ■ Fingerprint Sensor ■ Self test ■ USB device ■ Power ■ eSATA device ■ Password ■ Memory expansion ■ Keyboard ■ Recovery Discs ■ Internal display panel ■ Sound system ■ Hard disk drive ■ External monitor ■ USB floppy diskette drive ■ Modem ■ ExpressCard ■ LAN ■ SD/SDHC memory card ■ Wireless LAN miniSD/microSD Card ■ Bluetooth ■ Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO ■ TV output function Memory Stick PRO Duo ■ HDMI monitor output function ■ xD picture card ■ i.LINK (IEEE1394) device ■ MultiMediaCard ■ Video Playback ■ Infrared receiver window ■ Pointing device 186 System start-upSelf test Boot Priority Power 187 Overheating power downProblem Procedure Computer shuts down Leave the computer off until the DC IN indicator and DC IN indicator stops blinking blinks amber If the computer has reached room temperature and it still does not start, or if it starts but shuts down quickly, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider This indicates a problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN indicator system - you should contact your reseller, dealer is flashing in amber or service provider AC power ProblemProcedure AC adaptor doesn’t power the computer (DC IN indicator does not glow blue) 188 BatteryPower saver Select a power plan in the Power Options 189 Real Time Clock1.Press the F1 key - the BIOS setup application will load 2.Set the date in the System Date field System Date 3.Set the time in the System Time field System Time 4.Press the END key - a confirmation message will be displayed END Password Cannot enter Please refer to the TOSHIBA Password Utility Please refer to the password section in Chapter 6, Power, for further information Keyboard Some letter keys Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not produce numbers activated - press the FN + F11 hot key and try typing again Output to screen is Please refer to your software’s documentation to garbled ensure that its is not remapping the keyboard in any way (remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key) If you are still unable to use the keyboard, you should contact your reseller, dealer or service provider 190 Internal display panelHard disk drive 191 DVD Super Multi drive193 ExpressCardSD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card 194 Memory Stick/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick PRO/Memory Stick PRO DuoxD picture card 195 MultiMediaCardInfrared receiver window Pointing device Touch Pad 196 ControlPanel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse Buttons click the Pointer Options tab Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse icon the Device Settings tab Select Sensitivity from the Select an item Touch Sensitivity 197 USB mouseOn-screenpointer does not respond to mouse operation Double-clickingdoes The elements of the mouse responsible for moves erratically detecting movement might be dirty - please refer instructions on how to clean it 198 Fingerprint SensorUSB device USB KB/Mouse Emulation option within the 199 USB Sleep and Charge function200 Reconnect the external device after turning ON the computerThe “USB WakeUp function” does not work eSATA device eSATA device eSATA device does Remove the eSATA device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port it in order to A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to the computer’s eSATA/USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode. If this occurs the device while the computer is turned on Ensure that any required eSATA device drivers 201 Additional memory module202 Sound systemVolume control dial 203 External monitor204 ModemCONNECT NO CARRIER 205 LANBluetooth 206 HDMI monitor output functioni.LINK (IEEE1394) device Panel, Hardware and Sound and then clicking Add Hardware 207 Video PlaybackSet the PCI Express Link ASPM in the BIOS setup using the following steps: 1.Press the F1 key. The BIOS setup screen will appear 2.Set the PCI Express Link ASPM to Disabled in BATTERY 3.Press the END key. A confirmation message will appear Recovery Discs “The Recovery Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Discs 208 Before you callWhere to write 209 Legal Footnotes213 Specifications214 Built-inModemNetwork control unit (NCU) Type of NCU Type of line Type of dialing Control command Monitor function Communication specifications Communication system Communication protocol Communication speed Transmitting level Receiving level Input/output impedance Error correcting Data compression Power supply 215 Display Controller and Video modes217 Wireless LAN223 Bluetooth wireless technologyInteroperability224 GeneralEuropean Union (EU) and EFTA 225 Canada - Industry Canada (IC)This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada USA-FederalCommunications Commission (FCC) ■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ■Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver ■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help 226 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency RadiationTaiwan 227 1. StickerPlease put the following sticker on computer incorporating this product 2.Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment (1)2.4 : This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz (2)FH : This equipment uses FH-SSmodulation (3)1: The interference range of this equipment is less than 10 m (4)This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday : 10:00-17:00 Toll Free Tel Direct Dial FAX 228 Device Authorization 229 AC Power Cord and Connectors230 United KingdomUSA UL approved BS approved AustraliaEurope AS approved Approved by the Canada China CSA approved 231 Usage Restrictions233 If your computer is stolen235 Glossary236 HDD:HD+: IDE: IEEE: I/O: IrDA: IRQ: KB: LAN: LCD: LED: MB: MMC: OCR: PCB: PCI: RAM: RGB: ROM: RTC: S/P DIF: SDRAM: SLI: SO-DIMM: SSD: TFT: UART: USB: VESA: VGA: XGA: adaptor: 237 alternating current (AC):analog signal: application: ASCII: asynchronous: backup: ASCII BIOS: bit: Bluetooth: board: boot: boot disk: See system disk boot disk: bootable disk: See system disk bootable disk: bps: 238 buffer:bus: byte: cache memory: capacity: CD: CD-ROM: CD-RW: character: chassis: chip: click: CMOS: cold start: COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: 239 commands:compatibility: components: Composite Video (YUV): computer program: computer system: configuration: controller: co-processor: CPU: CRT: cursor: data: data bits: DC: default: 241 DVD-RW(+RW -RW): echo: enable: To turn on a computer option. See also disable enable: erase: See delete erase: escape: escape guard time: execute: To interpret and execute an instruction execute: fast infrared: file: fingerprint sensor: firmware: floppy diskette: A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy diskette: floppy diskette drive (FDD): Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys Fn-esse: folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders folder: 242 function keys:gigabyte (GB): graphics: hard disk drive (HDD): hardware: hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hertz: host computer: hot key: HW Setup: icon: i.LINK (IEEE1394): 243 instruction:interface: interrupt request: A signal that gives a component access to the processor interrupt request: I/O: I/O devices: IrDA 1.1: keyboard: kilobyte (KB): L2 cache: LAN: Light Emitting Diode (LED): 244 main board: See motherboardmain board: megabyte (MB): megahertz: memory: menu: mode: modem: network: 245 non-systemdisk: nonvolatile memory: numeric keypad overlay: OCR: online state: operating system: output: PAL: parity: password: PCI: Peripheral Component Interconnect. An industry standard 32-bitbus PCI: peripheral: 246 pixel:plug and play: pointing device: port: Power Saver: program: prompt: resolution: restart: See also RGB: RJ11: A modular telephone jack RJ11: RJ45: A modular LAN jack RJ45: 247 Read Only Memory (ROM):S/P DIF: SCSI: SD/SDHC memory card: SECAM L: SIO: soft key: software: stop bit: synchronous: system disk: terminal: TFT display: 248 USB:VGA: volatile memory: warm start: Wi-Fi window: Wireless LAN: write protection: 249 Index
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